10 of the world’s weirdest driving laws
Every country has its quirks when it comes to driving rules. Most make perfect sense, but some are just plain weird as this list reveals.
1. Don’t beep at that burrito in Arkansas
In Little Rock, Arkansas ”No person shall sound the horn on a vehicle at any place where cold drinks or sandwiches are served after 9pm." The snacking is not to be disturbed.
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2. Forget the furry dice in Illinois
In Decatur, Illinois it’s illegal to hang anything from your rear view mirror. So that’s not just the boy-racers’ favourite fluffy dice, but Magic Tree air fresheners and hula girls as well.
3. Don’t go left-footing in Ontario
In Ontario, Canada it’s against the law to operate your car’s brake and accelerator with your left foot. We like a bit of left-foot braking now and again at Detour but left-foot accelerating? Don’t think so.
4. Monday drivers in Manila’s days are numbered
In Manila, Philipines you can’t drive a car with a number plate ending in a one or two. Why? To ease traffic and pollution by cutting the number of cars on the road.
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5. No Sunday washers in Switzerland
In Switzerland you can forget about firing up the jet washer on a Sunday, washing your car isn’t allowed on the day of rest.
6. Quietly does it in Switzerland
You’re not allowed to slam you car door in Switzerland after 10pm. So if you’re often out late then you’d better invest in a Rolls-Royce or Mercedes-Benz with soft-close doors.
7. Spare specs in Spain
In Spain if you wear glasses to drive, you must keep a spare set in the car at all times.
8. Forget fancy footwear in Spain
Also in Spain you’re not allowed to drive wearing high heels, flip-flops or any other open-toed or open-heeled footwear.
9. Fast food or drink is forbidden in Cyprus
In Cyprus you’re not allowed to eat or drink anything while driving, because you have to keep your hands on the wheel at all times. So those cupholders won’t be much use.
10. Topless in Thailand is a no go
You’re not allowed to travel without a top on the roads of Thailand. What you wear below the belt is seemingly your own business.